Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor

Are you an Oxbridge graduate with the academic ability, confidence and drive to support pupils in a high‑achieving secondary school?

A leading secondary school in Tower Hamlets is searching for an exceptional Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor to join their team from September 2026
. This full‑time role is perfect for a graduate who is passionate about education and considering a future career as a secondary teacher.

You will work closely with pupils across KS3 and KS4, supporting them in lessons, leading small‑group interventions and helping them make strong academic progress.

• Support pupils in your specialist subject area
• Deliver small‑group and 1:1 academic interventions
• Assist teachers during lessons across KS3‑KS4
• Help stretch high‑achieving pupils and support those working below target
• Build pupils’ confidence, motivation and independent learning skills
• Work closely with experienced teachers and subject leaders
• Gain valuable experience before teacher training

This is not a basic classroom support role. You will be working in a structured, academic environment where graduates are given real responsibility, strong mentoring and a clear route into teaching.

The school is particularly keen to hear from graduates interested in:

• English
• Maths
• Science
• Humanities
• MFL
• Psychology
• Economics
• Computer Science

• A high‑performing Tower Hamlets secondary school
• Supportive and experienced subject departments
• Excellent CPD and graduate training
• A culture of high expectations and strong behaviour
• Experience across KS3‑KS4, with possible KS5 exposure
• A genuine pathway into teacher training from September 2027

• A 2:1 or First‑Class degree from Oxford or Cambridge
• Strong academic results at GCSE and A‑Level
• A passion for education and social mobility
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A confident, proactive and professional approach
• A desire to become a teacher in the future

• Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor
• Tower Hamlets
• £115‑£125 per day
• Full‑time, Monday to Friday
• Term‑time only
• September 2026 start
• Long‑term role until July 2027

Apply now with your CV for this brilliant Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor opportunity.